Samuelsson signed as a free agent with the Tampa Bay Lightning for the final season of his career then retired following the 199899 season. newyorkrangers.com is the official Web site of the New York Rangers. Gretzky decided to stay back with his team and played one full shift before the final buzzer. Samuelsson could eventually rejoin NHL Seattle; and general manager Ron Francis isnt yet filling his onetime teammate and roommates role. "Ulfie was something new," says Gunnar Nordstrom, a reporter for the Stockholm-based Expressen, the country's largest daily newspaper. The reunion in Portland marks the first time the brothers have played hockey together, aside from charity events and pickup games. But for me to be effective in the game, I had to come hard every time.. I trust his judgement.. N.H.L. October 29, 2013, 7:32 p.m. While Samuelsson, an assistant coach for the Rangers, does his job against the Devils at Madison Square Garden, his sons will be taking the ice at one of his old homes. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. During the 1984-85 season, while he was playing for the Whalers, Samuelsson apparently flicked his stick into the eye of Montreal Canadien forward Pierre Mondou, causing permanent damage that brought Mondou's career to a premature end. * Some data is missing to provide a correct summary. Today Samuelsson is in his 11th season as a member of the Adirondack Phantoms coaching staff, the AHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers . It was you want to play? Their battles were a preview of the style each would carry into the NHL. You love him when he's on your team, and you hate him when he's not. "He hits you head-on, and every time you turn around, he's right in your face. We present them here for purely educational purposes. He can make you cringe, even when he's playing with you. Ulf Samuelsson had 57 goals over his career. While Jones allegedly placed bets on football games, she was never charged in the case (the rings two co-runners were: current Coyotes head coach and then-assistant Rick Tocchet and a New Jersey state trooper). Without thinking twice, hockey's toughest Swede will gouge an eye, cross-check a neck, spear a midsection, deal a low blow or bang his knee into the fleshy part of someone's thigh. Philip played at Avon Old Farms for one season when Ulf was a Wolf Pack assistant before playing in the U.S. development program and in the junior USHL, leading to two seasons at Boston College. Defense -- shoots L Born Mar 26 1964 -- Fagersta, Sweden [59 yrs. "Let's put it this way: He has a zest for life," says center Ron Francis, who, along with defenseman Grant Jennings, was traded with Samuelsson from Hartford to Pittsburgh for center John Cullen, defenseman Zarley Zalapski and right wing Jeff Parker in what turned out to be a steal for the Penguins. I'd do anything for the guy. Depating NHL Seattle scout Ulf Samuelsson had a reputation as one of the dirtiest players in league history in the 1980s and 1990s. Now, Samuelsson the coach will get to know the Leksands team, which includes his former Coyotes defenseman son. Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. Wed given our seats to a friend of mine who was in town, Gretzky said a day after the game, discussing the seats he and his wife paid $675 per game for. This is his fourth AHL season, and hes inching closer to an NHL job. We have estimated All NHL team jerseys customized with NHL players' names and numbers are officially licensed by the NHL and the NHLPA. So its going to be fun for his kids to skate on the same sheet of ice Saturday. On May 31, 2016, it was announced that Samuelsson accepted a head coach position with the Charlotte Checkers of the American Hockey League. Me and my life have gone through my whole career and now get to enjoy the same thing through our four children. Instead, during an engaging interview before the Seattle Center event, the humorous, 6-foot-1 father-of-four displayed a disarming, self-deprecating manner his friends insist was always there and gets shown to his players. We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous People born on 26 March. Even now, I see people [wear] a Whalers logo, and if I have time, maybe stop and talk to them, he said. And yes, the sons seek his advice. The most-hated man in the NHL wears his enemies' scorn like a badge of honor. Of course, that could mean he's learning how to eviscerate unsuspecting opponents without the benefit of anesthesia. After the game was over, police escorted Gretzky to the hospital. His youngest, 15-year-old Adam, recently won Gold for Team USA at the 2016 Youth Olympics in Lilliehammer, Norway. - Connect directly with players, coaches, teams, scouts and agents (optional) A few examples. He was traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins along with Ron Francis in 1991 and was a member of Pittsburgh's Stanley Cup winning team in 1991 and 1992. So I was happy that the kids were going to play together as well.. When they were kids playing on opposite sides, Sandstrom would smack Samuelsson with his stick, and Samuelsson would stop at nothing to clear Sandstrom away from the front of the net. is 6 1 and Weight 203lb (92kg; 14st 7lb). All rights reserved. Ulf Bo Samuelsson(born March 26, 1964) is a Swedish-American former professional ice hockeydefencemanwho formerly served as assistant coach of the Florida Panthersof the National Hockey League. Hed once idolized Hall of Fame defenders like countryman Borje Salming, and also Ray Bourque A guy that played for Boston, of all places, Samuelsson said, chuckling. ago] Height 6.01 -- Weight 205 [185 cm/93 kg] Drafted by Hartford Whalers Detroit Red Wings (28-24-9, seventh in the Atlantic Division) vs. New York Islanders (31-25-8, fifth in the Metropolitan Division) Samuelsson's sons, Philip and Henrik, are teammates on the Pirates and will be playing together in Hartford for the first time. Get all the latest stats, news, videos and more on Ulf Samuelsson Ulf Samuelsson. Every parent is. So with the general advice, you can help out for sure.. He is a member of famous Player with the age 59 years old group. "I do whatever it takes," says Samuelsson. Krivokrasov claimed that both Jones and the unidentified woman were both unconscious when they left the rink. I always make sure that I completely understand what theyre trying to do so occasionally theres some detail that I can help with. He is from Sweden. Once the injured women were taken away and the boards repaired, play resumed with 6:18 remaining. Matthew Calamia Geoff Baker covers hockey and is a sports enterprise and investigative reporter for The Seattle Times. With 6:18 remaining in a game between the New York Rangers and the Chicago Blackhawks, Wayne Gretzkys wife Janet Jones was knocked unconscious by a pane of Plexiglas that became dislodged when a player checked an opponent into the boards. The incident resulted in a light concussion for Jones and required several stitches on her lower lip. 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I learned a lot from them to not be cocky or anything. Most historical data provided by Dan Diamond and Associates. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Join Facebook to connect with Ulf Samuelsson and others you may know. In last year's Stanley Cup finals, in which Samuelsson frustrated Chicago Blackhawk star Jeremy Roenick with a classic clutch-and-grab performance, Samuelsson dedicated his play to his father, Bo, who had died of kidney failure earlier that season. The fights were always one-sided, with Neely throwing most of the punches, but Samuelsson, beaten but unbowed, stubbornly refused to modify his style. ", Samuelsson just shrugs. ", Samuelsson made the jump to the Whalers in 1984, when he was 20, and quickly proved he was a survivor. Who Is Ulf Samuelsson's Wife? I had to work a little harder and take on a little more pain. After having elbow surgery last season, he was supposed to miss two to three weeks. Video reviews had been involved with NHL games since 1991, but offside disputes remained off limits until 2015. All the other defensemen were softies. All Rights Reserved. It ended with his wife leaving the Madison Square Garden in an ambulance. I wouldnt be surprised if he gets the call sometime soon.. "Everyone kept saying that he was going to get killed if he played like that when he went to the NHL. Were obviously really proud of our children, he said. But why? At 59 years old, Ulf Samuelsson height [3]Mattias now plays for the Buffalo Sabres of the NHL. Gretzky himself was never implicated as having placed bets with the ring. The game began with Wayne Gretzky on the verge of history. You dont want to tell them to do something that goes against the teams philosophy. Today, hes working out three times a week with his teammates, quite a change from just a few years earlier. Discover today's celebrity birthdays and explore famous people who share your birthday. He was a two-time Stanley Cup champion as a member of the Penguins in 1991 and 1992 and is the first European-born player to have 2,000 career penalty minutes. But now he's probably one of my best friends on the team. After debuting with Hartford in 1984, Samuelsson quickly made enemies for abusing opponents in front of his teams net and taking out several with open-ice hits. "They really appreciate a good defensive player in this town," says Samuelsson. Again stepping out of his on-ice character, Samuelsson now serves on the board of directors of his local kidney foundation. Hockey Night in Canada pundit Don Cherry took up the anti-Samuelsson cause, proclaiming on-air: His day is coming, folks and inviting players to be a hero by seeking retribution. The Wolf Pack are playing the Portland Pirates at the XL Center, the building where Samuelsson skated as a Whalers defenseman for nearly seven seasons. No one knew what to make of him. In the '91 Wales finals, Samuelsson and Neely had close encounters of the worst kind. The day I change my attitude is the day I go back to Sweden and play in the noncontact league.". As a member of the New York Rangers in 1995, Samuelsson was famously knocked unconscious by a sucker punch to the face from Tie Domi of the Toronto Maple Leafs. View the profiles of people named Ulf Samuelsson. Indeed, linebackers like the way Samuelsson plays. With the Flyers, Samuelsson settled in and became a reliable defender and earned a spot on the All-Star team during the 1987-88 season. Or write about sports? Ulf Samuelsson was born on March 26, 1964. The elder Samuelsson, who spent 16 seasons in the National Hockey League, including two Stanley Cups with the Pittsburgh Penguins in the early 1990s, said for he and his wife, Jeanette, their proud of what their children have accomplished thus far playing the game they love. In retirement, though, hes had positive interactions with Domi their sons, Philip Samuelsson and Max Domi, were Arizona Coyotes teammates and holds no grudges for his punch. - Improve your search rank Other than that, we had so much fun.. A few years later, furious after he was ejected from a game in Toronto, Samuelsson picked up a mop and bashed a hole in the grill of a Zamboni. We spoke with. Jones and Gretzky returned to the papers the next February by headlining Sports Illustrateds Swimsuit Issue. As his defendersmainly his teammates and Penguin coach Scotty Bowmanlike to point out, Samuelsson has taken plenty of cheap shots without complaint. Samuelsson was just a few weeks shy of his 27th birthday when he was traded by the Whalers, and he would play for the Penguins, Rangers, Red Wings and Flyers before retiring. He's in the middle of much of it. "There was no one like him. Philip, 23, is a defenseman and was a 2009 second-round draft pick who appeared in five NHL games with the Penguins last season. Their four children, ages 16 to 25, are involved in hockey and pursuing their own dreams either on college, pro or developmental teams. In reality, Voynov should have been charged with attempted murder after he punched, choked and kicked his wife at their Los Angeles, California, home before slamming her head through a flat-screen television. Ulf said it goes beyond the game itself. Theres a lot of fun with hockey, not necessarily just the sweat and the work, he said. Rangers assistant coach Ulf Samuelsson has seen it all in his lifetime of hockey, both as a player and now as a coach. "If I could be there, I would," Ulf Samuelsson said. Ulf, 50, monitors the boys daily, watching games on the Internet or TV when available. Learn How rich is He in this year and how He spends money? Play. It comes to that point when youre 13 or 14 when its like OK, mom is taking you at 4 in the morning somewhere, you better play your [butt] off. Those were the only rules we had. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? His wife is Jeanette Samuelsson Ulf Samuelsson Net Worth His net worth has been growing significantly in 2021-2022. His four children taking the ice. "But I'm not going to change my attitude. Discover Ulf Samuelsson's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Location: New York City. The couple have five children, all born between 1988 and 2003. Looking back at the years, its hard to trump the years in Pittsburgh when we won two Cups, because thats all want to do, is win. Samuelsson returned to an assistant's role the following season when Berube returned to the Phantoms' head coaching position, and continued that for six more seasons - including four after the Phantoms relocated to Glens Falls, New York. Samuelsson and his wife have moved to Charlotte. But one thing he loves to see the most? Transaction information may be incomplete. Ulf Samuelsson has won 2 Stanley Cups as a player. His Swedish citizenship was revoked and he was not allowed to play. Samuelsson, 28, swears he doesn't go out of his way to incapacitate anyone. Subscribe to Stathead Hockey: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Hockey Reference Database. [4] Domi insisted that Samuelsson provoked the punch by repeatedly calling him "dummy".[5]. Born: March 26, 1964 (Fagersta, Sweden) . "He goes for the knees a lot. Samuelsson coached Modo in Sweden, then was a New York Rangers assistant and head coach of Carolinas American Hockey League affiliate under GM Francis. Voynov faced a deportation trial following the incident but chose to return . Important: An official team/league url or a team document must be provided for us to update player stats. You might expect him to carry brass knuckles and blackjacks in the backseat of his cream-colored Lexus. Trust me, Id have rather had the skills like Ronnie (Francis) or some of these other superstars, but I wasnt blessed with that talent, he said. And no matter how badly he's battered, he keeps right on attacking the opposition. A native of Fagersta, a steel town in the center of the country, Samuelsson refused to play the passive European style. You can get a semi-decent look at Gretzkys anguished face. Nothing untoward happened other than the constant chants of "Samuelsson sucks!" Lambert growled, before he melted into the crowd. Hes had some good years, Ulf said. All Rights Reserved. The two game series between the NHL All-Stars and the Soviet national team took place in Quebec City and replaced the NHL's mid-season all-star game for the 1986-87 season. [2] He is also infamous for his knee-to-knee hit on Boston Bruins Cam Neely during the 1991 playoffs that was a contributing factor of Neely's early retirement five years later. But it was a big one, if not necessarily a proud one. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. How does he look back on his years in Hartford? ", No kidding. Chicago Blackhawks at New York Rangers Box Score October 22, 1997. With most of his face protected by a plastic visor, Samuelsson emerges from the gray area between what is legal and what is despicable to zero in on his next victim. Glass surrounding hockey rinks usually shatters into harmless pieces, but this time the pane dislodged as one full piece. Hes sort of a late bloomer. Tools Kjell William Alf Samuelsson (born 18 October 1958) is a Swedish former professional ice hockey defenseman who played 14 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) with the New York Rangers, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins and Tampa Bay Lightning between 1985 and 1999. Data Provided By Gretzky went without an assist against Tampa Bay, but would dish two apples against Anaheim four days after the Plexiglas incident, giving him 1,851 career assists and sending him past Gordie Howes 1,850 total points on assists alone. "It's not a social gathering. Look at the things Ive done personally. the official stats partner of the NBA, NHL and MLB. Henrik, 20, was in the Portland lineup that night, but that was six weeks before the brothers became teammates. The entire ordeal was listed as the seventy-second most important international story by the IIHF in their centennial celebrations in 2008. What I did on the ice, that was something that I developed to stay effective, Samuelsson said. On Dec. 5, the Arizona Coyotes acquired Philip from the Pittsburgh Penguins and assigned him to Portland. He stayed by Jones side until 3 am, then left to return home to their kids. I hate the guy. Rick Tocchet was no fan of Samuelsson's, until he was traded to the Penguins by the Flyers last season. But it was a special time in my life.. He spent the next three seasons with the Flyers but was only healthy for the first one and when his contract expired, the Flyers opted not to resign him. Since Samuelsson, a 6'1", 195-pound defenseman, was traded to Pittsburgh from Hartford two years ago, he has earned a pair of Stanley Cup rings along with the enmity of most of his peers. 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Samuelsson credits NHL commissioner Gary Bettman for cleaning up hockey and preaches locker room messages of accountability and discipline. But youve got to be pretty careful, Samuelsson said. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. Thats what Ive always been doing. New York Rangers is a trademark of New York Rangers, LLC. ", "I really don't care," said Samuelsson when told Nicholls's sentiments. She told the Daily News a couple of days after the incident: I definitely think Wayne shouldnt take any flak for that, because he couldnt be a better husband and father. But while the game is becoming more work as he moves up the ladder, the defenseman was quick to offer advice to youth hockey players. It's also available for football, basketball and baseball. On October 22, 1997, Janet Jones, the wife of hockey great Wayne Gretzky, was knocked out by a dislodged Plexiglas pane during a game between the New York Rangers and the Chicago Blackhawks. Domi received an eight-game suspension and a fine for the incident, described by some as one of the cheapest shots in NHL history. He's not often called for retaliation, and that, probably more than any other thing, is why people can't stomach the sound of his name. Ulf Samuelsson last played in 2000. "That's my job. Get access to our unique free agency lists and many more premium features, Sons: Adam Samuelsson, Henrik Samuelsson, Philip Samuelsson
His four children taking the ice.. This is a real fun opportunity for Adam to go over there and play with some really good players, and against some really good players.. I made friends with the Mario Lemieuxs and the Gretzkys. Hockey has been phenomenal to us. On October 23, 2006, Samuelsson became the head coach of the Phantoms on a day where the Flyers released head coach Ken Hitchcock, promoted Flyers assistant (and former Phantoms head coach) John Stevens to head coach of the Flyers, and brought then-Phantoms coach Craig Berube to the Flyers as an assistant. With a Premium subscription, you'll get access to over 30 tools, features and benefits. Gretzky faced heavy backlash for opting to stay on the ice for the games final 6 minutes and 18 seconds. While the public scrutinized Gretzkys decision, Jones had his back. Olympics, football, & a wrong-way run: LA Times headlines from 1964, Baseball, running, & football: Boston Globe headlines from 1903. So we had some success there. Player Overview & Base Stats; Game Finder; Streak Finder; Span Finder; News; Career Splits. Take control of your EliteProspects profile! Ulf Bo Samuelsson (born March 26, 1964) is a retired Swedish-American professional ice hockey defenceman who currently serves as head coach of Leksands IF of the Swedish Hockey League (SHL). The Rangers lost the game 1-0 on a goal that possibly came from an offsides player. Dish out a little more pain.. Its pretty exciting, Ulf said. During his playing career Samuelsson was viewed by NHL stars as "the most hated man in hockey"; he was described to the New York Times as "the lowest form of human being" and someone whose play is all about "trying to hurt you and knock you out of the game". Complete record of every goal scored or assisted by the player. Statistics and Records of Ulf Samuelsson, a hockey player and coach from Fagersta, Sweden born Mar 26 1964 who was active from 1981 to 2000. HOCKEY; Gretzkys Wife Hurt As Glass Breaks Out. Of course I would probably go and visit him in the hospital. And I know as a coach how to create a good environment and be honest and good with players.. Ive been through it, and Ive seen people come through as a coach for a number of years, Ulf said. Believe it or not, when he's off duty Samuelsson acts like an intelligent, caring human being. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. Gretzky was criticized by the media and fans for continuing to play in the game. He checks the box scores and chats with them. Ulf Samuelsson's net worth I joined the Flyers and we had lunch the next day, Samuelsson said. "No, I didn't like him," says Tocchet, a forward with a seemingly permanent four-stitch cut across the bridge of his nose. We had some great people come through and play when I was there, too. His most infamous run-in came during the Wales Conference finals that year when he collided with Cam Neely of the Boston Bruins. The entire ordeal was listed as the seventy-second most important international story by the IIHF in their centennial celebrations in 2008. Like Adam said, it was about fun. Ulf Samuelsson has won 2 Stanley Cups as a player. "Ulf!" He played several seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) with the Hartford Whalers, Pittsburgh Penguins, New York Rangers, Detroit Red Wings, and Philadelphia Flyers. Lets Go to the Tape: How Other Sports Handle Video Review. Associate coach Ulf Samuelsson of the Phoenix Coyotes watches from the bench during the preseason NHL game against the Anaheim Ducks at Jobing.com. (SHL). "Whatever it takes to stop the other guy. Do you have a blog? "In fact, like most people who don't know him, I hated him. Ulf Samuelsson #55 Philadelphia Flyers / NHL - 99/00 Premium Features Discover premium 141 731 Profile Analytics Enter Edit Mode Request to Update Facts & Stats Player Facts Date of Birth Mar 26, 1964 Position D Age 58 Height 6'1" / 186 cm Place of Birth Fagersta, SWE Weight 203 lbs / 92 kg Nation Sweden / USA Shoots L Youth Team Fagersta AIK After receiving word from Rangers trainer Jim Ramsay that Jones was receiving proper care, he returned to his teammates. Television replays seemed to support New Yorks claim as Sutter paused at the blue line before sending the puck over to Daze. Ive always had a lot of friends. Frequently Asked Questions about the NHL and Hockey, Subscribe to Stathead Hockey: Get your first month FREE. Samuelsson and several other Rangers players also visited Jones in the hospital. And bench bosses who relate to players are increasingly in demand in an NHL recently gripped by coaching abuse scandals. He just plays with such reckless abandon. 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At week's end the Penguins had scored 30 more goals when Samuelsson was on the ice than they had allowed. Read more about Sports Illustrateds Swimsuit Issue. Also learn how He earned most of networth at the age of 59 years old? At times he has had his own rooting section in a corner of one of the Civic Arena's balconies. Daughter: Victoria Samuelsson, Cult/Star player for Pittsburgh Penguins. Wayne is married to his gorgeous wife, Janet Jones. So, how much is Ulf Samuelsson worth at the age of 58 years old? Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. The Zamboni word mark and configuration of the Zamboni ice resurfacing machine are registered trademarks of Frank J. Zamboni & Co., Inc. Frank J. Zamboni & Co., Inc. 2023. We only use official stats. In fact, he is as popular at home as he is reviled on the road. "I'm not going to say I'm a clean player," he says, "because I'm not. The strange incident happened in October 1997. 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